"Fraxinella" doesn't sound all that excitingits name comes from the Latin word "fraxinus," meaning "ash tree," because its leaves resemble those of an ash treebut two of its alternate names hint at what's unusual about the plant. Fraxinella is also called "gas plant" and "burning bush" because on a hot summer day the flowers emit a strong vapor that can be ignited. While fraxinella is native to Eurasia, Americans may see it in local gardensso beware and keep sources of flame away from these perennials.

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